Strategic Sourcing Category Manager, Software/SaaS, Mid-Level

Jobright.ai; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 123,734 - 133,884; Full time

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Category Manager focused on software and SaaS solutions. The role involves leading sourcing initiatives, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with various stakeholders to maximize purchasing power and ensure compliance. Candidates should have a minimum of five years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree. This full-time position is located in Pittsburgh, PA.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management with a focus on software/SaaS.
• Ability to analyze market trends and conduct market research.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations for software and SaaS solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize purchasing power.
• Conduct market research and monitor business trends.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Strategic Sourcing Category Manager, Software/SaaS, Mid-Level

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Job Summary:

KPMG is known for being a great place to work and build a career, providing audit, tax, and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. They are seeking a Software/SaaS Category Manager to lead sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations for software and SaaS solutions, while collaborating with various stakeholders to optimize purchasing power and ensure compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Take the lead in driving complex, enterprise-wide sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations for a wide range of software and SaaS solutions, including industry leaders such as AWS, GCP, Microsoft, Oracle, and SAP; work closely with stakeholders from across the organization, including technology, finance, and business teams, to craft and execute contracts that meet the unique needs of our U.S. operations; collaborate on a global scale and make a significant impact in shaping our strategic sourcing landscape

• Use your subject matter expertise to Introduce best practices, identify opportunities, and set goals intended to drive alignment with your stakeholder; draw on your expertise level knowledge to develop innovative supplier negotiation strategies that will optimize spend and maximize buying power while also prioritizing service quality and performance; add a focus on risk mitigation to ensure that we minimize exposure and safeguard our operations

• Apply your strategic mindset to Identify, rationalize and optimize opportunities within the realm of Enterprise Software and SaaS infrastructure; leverage your knowledge and skills, help streamline processes, maximize efficiency, and ensure compliance

• Remain at the forefront of the industry by conducting comprehensive market research and continuously monitoring current business trends, industry changes, cost drivers, global pricing, market conditions, and economic indicators

• Stay informed to identify new and alternative sources of supply, ensuring that we remain agile and adaptable in a rapidly evolving marketplace; use insights and expertise to drive strategic decision-making and position us for success in an ever-changing business landscape

• Drive significant cost savings and cost avoidance by proactively identifying new opportunities, such as enterprise discount programs, long-term contracts, and commit to consume models; take a strategic approach to enable us to optimize our purchasing power and negotiate favorable terms that align with our long-term goals; manage specific supplier relationships, ensuring ongoing performance management, quality control, cost optimization, and adherence to contractual commitments

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum five years of recent experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management, with a focus on software and SaaS commodities

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in a relevant field is required

• Deep understanding of software trends, commercial models, and industry-specific terminology; proven track record of leading complex sourcing initiatives and contract negotiations

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills; ability to analyze market trends, conduct market research, and identify new sources of supply

• Strong project management and organizational skills

• Able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and colleagues globally

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity

Preferred:

• MBA or advanced degree from an accredited college/university

• Experience in coaching and mentoring junior staff members

Company:

KPMG is one of the world’s leading professional services firms and the fastest growing Big Four accounting firm in the United States. Founded in 1987, the company is headquartered in New York, NY, US, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Software Development

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